Flood watch extended through Sunday evening

The heavy rain keeps on drenching much of South Florida — and a flood watch has now been extended through 8 p.m. Sunday.

Overnight Saturday, the highest threat for heavy rainfall will be across Collier, Glades, and Hendry counties, according to the National Weather Service. But that doesn’t mean our region is home and dry — more heavy rainfall will be possible across all of South Florida again on Sunday.

This will increase the flood potential over areas already saturated from the previous rains, the weather service says.

More downpours may lead to roadways becoming impassible. If canals and drainage ways become flooded, it could also allow for water to rise high enough to enter some structures, especially in low lying areas.

As for the tropical disturbance that is causing our wet weather, it extends from the eastern Gulf of Mexico to the Central Florida area. It has been given a 50 percent chance of developing during the next five days as it moves away from South Florida early next week.

“Don’t focus on the risk of tropical development as the threat for heavy rainfall will remain the main concern, regardless,” forecaster Chuck Caracozza said.